Title

Author

Date of Award

2018

Document Type

Project

Degree Name

Doctor of Education (EdD)

First Advisor

Jeffrey Hamilton

Abstract

This summary outlines the process of obtaining level three international tutor certification through the College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA) at Gardner-Webb University. The Learning Enrichment and Assistance Program (LEAP) provides peer tutoring for undergraduate students and is associated with the University division of student success. CRLA is an international tutoring certification program in which college tutoring centers can apply for level one, two, and/or three certification to learn and apply best tutoring practices. To achieve level one tutor certification, the tutoring center must ensure the individual tutor completes a total of 10 hours of CRLA approved tutoring training as well as 25 hours of documented tutoring sessions. To achieve level two certification, the tutoring center must ensure the individual tutor completes a total of 20 hours of CRLA approved tutoring training as well as 50 hours of documented tutoring sessions. To achieve level three certification, the tutoring center must ensure the individual tutor completes a total of 30 hours of CRLA tutor training as well as 75 hours of documented tutoring sessions.